I like your beard.

Today I discovered Stephen by Ke$ha.

Ke$ha is legit k? This is the side of her that the mainstream isnt hearing, and its absolutely fantastic. Dont misunderstand though, the stuff on the radio is pretty sweet too. But this song, seriously, super unexpected and impressive. The opening had me hooked immediately, definitely has some Queen influence in there. Im even going to go so far as to say that I hear a bit of Kristin Chenoweth in this. I started listening to this song and had to go back and check that it was her. Listen to Animal and Your Love is My Drug too, they are all really good. Ya I have a bit of an obsession starting. I also love watching videos of her just being ridiculous. Check this one out, I wish I had been there to see this go down.

The past 48 hours have been absolutely ridiculous. Somehow I managed to get a bit of sleep in between going to classes, studying for two crazy tests (that I think I aced), going to an amazing a capella concert, practicing, going to an art show to see my roommate's art (which is fantastic), and reading an absurd number of ancient world plays. And now I am feeling quite accomplished. I don't have any classes tomorrow! so Im planning on just getting a whole bunch of odds and ends done, maybe a haircut, getting a henna tattoo, going to a Bach festival. Should be really solid. But I'll let you know.

P.S. I like your beard

"Swim to reach the end"

Today I am listening to Swim by Surfer Blood.

This was the closing song at the concert I saw a few weeks ago. Its just got a great sound and energy. It makes me happy and makes me think of summer. I do love the surf rock sort of genre. Relax for a sec and check it out.

My stomach hates me today. I was trying to save money so i combined lunch and dinner, which ended up being a bowl of spaghettios and a candy bar. Then I decided I was hungry at like 11:00 so we made a pretty epic mcdonalds run. Tomorrow will be a healthy day for sure.

This weekend has been pretty solid. Friday was the first real spring-like day this year so everyone was out and we went to a park to do some sporty stuff. Of course, I would decide to climb this huge tree and then not be able to get down.

I also made a trip to Radnor lake, which is just this huge gorgeous park near the city. It was a bit chilly but we got really close to some deer!

Then I went to the belmont baseball game (and we won!) and then explored east nashville which is officially my favorite part of the city. I ate at the first restaurant here that has earned the right to call itself a mexican restaurant (in my opinion). Then after all this I went to see the country showcase at school, which was really good and all, but it was country, so i zoned out a bit, not going to lie. Then today I was just productive. well, until I decided I

was hungry, then now Im up late cause of it. But I am going to Bongo Java in the morning, which always oddly excites me but of course to counteract that, I have a performance which I am slightly anxious about (most cause I dont know what I am playing yet). Ya ill figure that out sometime soon.

I also found a flower in the trashcan tonight that was totally

nice, so we constructed a makeshift wall vase with a plastic bag and some tape that I am quite proud of. Maybe it will catch on and be the new trend. Im also proud of myself for putting up pictures finally. Enjoy!

"It's been a long time since before I've been touched, now I'm getting touched all the time"

Hey, time for a new format (I like change). I need new colors on this thing too but I tried and it looked like someone smashed a parrot all over the website. So yea, Ill try that again later and hopefully be more successful. So its technically friday on one of the longest weeks ever. Ive been back at college for four days and it feels like its been months. I also got a sneak peak of summer over spring break so now I am just craving it even worse. But the sun came out today! and so did the rest of the world, the sidewalks were busy.

Today I am listening to Dance Anthem of the 80s by Regina Spektor. Ive gotten over the fact that I waited by the back door in the sleeting rain with a cold and four inch heels for her to come outside but she snuck out another door cause someone somewhere else made the security guards mad. It was most definitely still worth it. She is amazing and plays a great show, especially how she doesnt put on a huge production. The music by itself is enough to blow my mind. Ok but this specific song, so many different ideas stuck into one. Note how gorgeous she can make the word sleep sound. Its like her music just goes a level deeper, ya know? Really pulls you in and makes you think. And on the video, she is adorable. I could probably go on about her for forever. Just take it all in.

This week in school we have been studying Buddhism (I know, what crazy things I am learning in college that have very little applications to my field of study) (but I secretly enjoy it). And this learning has been weirdly influencing me this week. No Im not Buddhist, I just want to do yoga right now. I also went to Bongo Java last night and somehow that caused me to be super productive, which was excellent cause I had lots to do. I think its just the atmosphere that causes me to work, cause its like im in the middle of something rather than sitting at my desk wondering whats going on in the world outside.

So Lady Gaga's Telephone video was getting too much hype for me to not let it distract me. And oh boy did it distract me for a good hour at least. Its pretty intense, a little all over the place, but interesting nonetheless. Definitely a different approach to music videos occuring right there. Although I didnt really understand what the video had to do with the song, which doesnt detract from the shock value, but also doesnt make too much sense. Fantastic clothes as usual (disregarding the lack of clothes though). Also note the Pomplamoose cover, which is fantastic (as to be expected). But its getting seriously late so Im out for tonight.

sweet dreams

"When the waking up feels right. . ."

Today my head is filled with the sounds of Everything Will Be Alright by Golden Ages.

And it is a wondrous thing to have fill your head. It was playing in my car this week and I didnt even realize what it was until the end when I was just like whoa, what was that? It just builds itself so naturally that you can listen to it without even realizing you are. I also love how the singing isnt the main part in the song, interesting concept. It is ethereal and almost triumphant. They have lots of other great stuff as well, including some remixes and a free download on their website. And yes, I agree, everything will be alright. Listen.

Spring break has to a close just as everyone elses is beginning. It was much more eventful than I thought it was going to be. I went hunting for summer jobs. I visited University of Houston, which was real fun and is a real nice campus with lots of fountains. Went on a bike ride to get frozen yogurt (which is def one of my new favorite things). Got a massage. I saw my old band perform. Sadly, had a lot of encounters with ambulances and hospitals. I reconnected with so many people. I bought one of the coolest necklaces ever (and am proud that it is the only unnecessary item purchased over break!) Had a nice breakfast with the family. And am now back in nashville, quite suddenly it seems, and not looking forward to starting back up with my busier life. I literally have five things scheduled for tomorrow at 7:30. Yes I am aware that I am crazy, but thats how I live.

peace out

"If it was up to me I would've figured you out way before the year clocked out"

Today I love The Suffering by Coheed & Cambria.

Ive been in a harder rock mood lately, I enjoy changes like this. I know the singer's voice is really high, but once you get used to it, it is really good. Their songs are just exciting and build up to a pretty epic climax. Notice the girls voice in the background, nice touch. I first listened to this in my car, its definitely a good car song. I dont really understand the music video, not really my thing. However I do like how the lead singer looks nothing like his voice sounds, other than that its not worth watching. Do listen though!

I am back in the woodlands, and as usual, things havent changed here at all. Life in the woodlands seems to get put on hold until i return. I see the sun! and am wearing shorts; its been too long since that happened. I find that I am far less productive here, but Im trying to change that. Yesterday I just barely made it on my flight (they oversold it) and some man gave up his seat for me. Thank you amazing stranger! Alice in Wonderland was a fantastic movie! I have recently discovered the poet Charles Bukowski. Check out Cows in Art Class. I am about to have my first home-cooked meal in forever! Only those in college will understand the excitement. I also went on a bike ride today (another rare occurrence lately) so im feeling pretty content. This is my first post during the day, so have a good evening =)

"From stand up comics and a rock musicians, making so much noise you don't know when to listen"

Today Im listening to Edit the Sad Parts by Modest Mouse.

This is my official calm down song. Its so close to spring break so everything is just piling up and I am seriously lacking some sleep so this helps. For some strange reason if I listen to this song I just chill out, its a pretty neat concept. I love the raw sound and the interwoven instrumental and vocal parts. I feel like its always changing and I hear a different thing each time. You can really tell they mean what they sing, I appreciate that. The ending is quite satisfying as well.

This week has been crazy! I had the worst night ever a few days ago where I had to stay up until 4:30 doing homework (which consisted of watching a gospel version of Oedipus at Colonus, oh yes). And my suitemates and I are playing this awesome game to see who can smuggle the most fruit from the caf and I am definitely winning. Im still on the hunt for polaroid film and it has yet to be successful. I have completed my homework before 11:00 for the first time in forever so I am about to color. Ive found this website where you can print coloring pages and it has literally everything! I also bought my ticket for the Alice in Wonderland midnight showing, soooo pumped! And Ill leave you with this, and an apology for my nerdiness, but admit it, its pretty cool: